It’s summer! And while the kids may be delirious with their own freedom, you may be desperate for a little structure. If BJJ has ever crossed your mind as an option for your kids — and even if it hasn’t — now is a great time to get them started. And since so much of […]
Google “jiu jitsu classes Reno” and you’ll have a good dozen or more options. And while it’s awesome to have choices, it also means you probably need to do a little homework to find one which gym is the best option for you or your kid. Good news! We’ve got you covered with these five […]
We’re incredibly excited to welcome Dave Camarillo, founder of Guerrilla BJJ, to our new school for an exclusive seminar on Saturday, May 21. Spots are limited, but trust us when we say you want one. Stop by the front desk or call us now to book your spot, and read on for details. What: A […]
If you search for anything relating to BJJ for kids, you’ll get a million hits relating to making them “bully proof.” And sure, learning self-defense skills are a selling point. But the real reason training BJJ makes kids less likely to become victims of the schoolyard bully isn’t because they know how to do an […]
If you’ve searched anything relating to timeframes for learning the basics of BJJ, we’d bet you’re an adult picking up the sport for the first time. Kids tend to have the luxury of trying things for fun, without worrying about when they’re going to improve. But we get it! And while there’s no hard and […]
When kids are ready to try something new, they don’t spend a lot of time worrying about the details. They just dive right in. But adults beginning a new pursuit tend to spend a lot of time planning and even worrying about how it’s all going to go. Understanding what to expect can be a […]
If you’re thinking “self-defense,” we’re going to stop you right there. Yes, knowing how to protect yourself is a primary motivator for a lot of women who are considering BJJ. And with horrifying statistics, like one in three women experiencing violence in her lifetime, that makes sense. While we wholeheartedly agree that BJJ is probably […]
There are a lot of great reasons to get your child involved in martial arts and Brazilian jiu jitsu in particular. But finding a good program is key. A child’s introduction to BJJ needs to be positive, or you run the risk of turning him or her off the experience entirely. As you consider your […]
You’re checking out your very first BJJ class, and that’s so awesome. But if you haven’t already toured the facility or meet the instructors, you may be wondering what exactly you’re in for. While things vary somewhat depending on where exactly you go, we’re hitting the highlights of what to expect at your first BJJ […]
There are endless activities for kids in Reno, and it can be argued that they all offer some kind of benefit. Maybe it’s learning the value of teamwork or just getting some fresh air. But when it comes to Brazilian jiu jitsu for kids, there’s a lot of value. Here are six specific ways kids […]